Sr. SIOP Analyst

Job Overview The Sr. SIOP Analyst is responsible for leading and optimizing the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process for a manufacturing plant. This role ensures cross-functional alignment between sales, operations, procurement, engineering, and finance to balance demand, capacity, inventory, and financial objectives. The Sr. SIOP Analyst drives data-driven decision-making to improve customer service, inventory turns, capacity utilization, and overall plant performance. Job Functions Own and lead the monthly SIOP cycle, including demand review, supply review, inventory planning, and executive SIOP meetings Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to align demand forecasts with manufacturing capacity and supply constraints Develop and maintain a rolling 1224 month demand and supply plan Partner with Sales and Product Management to develop accurate demand forecasts Translate demand into feasible production, labor, and material plans Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities in supply plans and recommend mitigation strategies focusing on guiding production control to lock in schedules at the next 2 to 3 weeks. Optimize inventory levels to meet service level targets while minimizing working capital Monitor inventory health, including excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory Partner with procurement and materials teams to improve supplier performance and material availability Align production plans with labor, equipment, and capacity constraints Support make/buy decisions, outsourcing strategies, and capacity expansion planning Coordinate with engineering and operations on new product introductions and transitions Ensure SIOP plans align with financial targets, budgets, and forecasts Support scenario planning and what-if analysis for volume, mix, and capacity changes Provide clear metrics and KPIs to leadership (forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF, capacity utilization) Improve SIOP maturity, processes, and tools Drive standard work, governance, and accountability across functions Support ERP/MRP planning parameter optimization and system enhancements Up to 20% (Between Manufacturing sites and R&D Sites) Preferred Skills and Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in SIOP, demand planning, supply planning, or operations planning within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, MRP/ERP systems, and capacity planning Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority Advanced analytical skills with strong Excel and data visualization capabilities Preferred APICS CPIM, CSCP, or IBF certification Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience Experience in engineered-to-order, make-to-order, or mixed-mode manufacturing environments Key Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumen Strong communication and facilitation skills Data-driven decision-making Ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities Continuous improvement mindset

Created: 2026-03-12